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SUMMARY:La Yarda Public Art Red Ribbon Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Come celebrate the unveiling of the new public art installation honoring the La Yarda community on September 20. The event begins with a red ribbon dedication of the mural panels created by artist Javy Ortiz at the corner of the Lawrence Loop at 8th & Delaware. Mariachi musicians will guide community members down the trail to Van Go (715 New Jersey Street) for a community celebration with refreshments and live music. Maria the Mexican will perform an invigorating selection of music inspired by each of the six mural panels. \nThe La Yarda Public Art Project was produced by the Lawrence Arts Center and made possible by funding from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas as part of LiveWell Douglas County’s Pathways to a Healthy Kansas grant. This project recognizes the contributions of the La Yarda residents and invites visitors to revisit history while engaging in the outdoor trail system. Historical signage to accompany this artwork is supported by the Douglas County Natural and Cultural Heritage Grant Program. The celebration is made possible from grant support from the City of Lawrence Department of Parks\, Recreation and Culture. \nSpecial thank you to the steering committee comprised of members from the La Yarda families\, art professionals from the City of Lawrence\, the Lawrence Arts Center and the East Lawrence Neighborhood Association\, and community partners from LiveWell Douglas County and the Watkins Museum of History.​ \nABOUT THE ARTIST\nJavy Ortiz is a Mexican-born interdisciplinary artist residing in Lawrence\, KS. As a self-taught artist\, Javy works prolifically to expand his knowledge and craftsmanship while embracing an experimental approach to creating. He pulls inspiration from personal experiences\, as well as pop culture and contemporary social issues. Mixing and layering mediums such as acrylics\, spray paint\, and epoxy resin\, Javy creates compositions that explore identity and resemble the path we navigate through our daily lives. Javy’s work has been featured in numerous group exhibitions regionally and can be found in many private collections. \nABOUT THE MUSIC\nInfluenced by traditional Mariachi music\, Maria The Mexican is a mezcla of Mexican folklore and Rock n’ Roll. For ten years\, Maria Elena Cuevas performed with her grandmother’s mariachi band Mariachi Estrella. In 2012\, Maria connected with longtime Alt-R&B musician Garrett Nordstrom to form the fusion of Maria The Mexican. MTM is mixed with a touch of blues\, soul\, funk\, and rock n’ roll enhanced by the musical knowledge and sounds of Nordstrom. With a southwestern flare and melancholy motifs\, Maria The Mexican rocks it out in Spanish and English with a host of emotion. \nLA YARDA HISTORY\nThroughout Lawrence’s history\, people have immigrated to Douglas County for work and made the area home. Few communities have shared closer bonds than the Mexican-American community of La Yarda. Two depressions in Mexico at the turn of the century\, unrest brought on by the Mexican Revolution (1910-1925)\, and a high demand for railroad workers brought men to America for work. These railroad workers (who in Lawrence came mostly from Vera Cruz or Juarez) were usually employed with the railroad from March until October\, when many returned to Mexico. In the 1920s\, housing was built in Lawrence’s Santa Fe yards to encourage employees and their families to remain year-round. This Mexican-American community\, the first housing complex in Lawrence\, came to be known as La Yarda. \nFormerly located just east of the Santa Fe Railroad\, La Yarda consisted of two U-shaped brick buildings on concrete slab\, each divided into five housing units. It was referred to by the outside community as the Sante Fe Apartments. The two buildings\, each housing about 50 people\, faced each other with a wide courtyard that was the hub of community activity. The courtyard provided a pump that was connected to the city water supply\, and a large tree stood at one end that provided shade for communal meals. Outhouses were located at the perimeter and gardens were grown at the other end of the complex. The structures were prone to flooding\, but the construction method allowed for cleaning by hosing down after a flood. \nGenerosity and a close-knit family enabled the Mexican-American community to make it through hard times. The women worked side by side doing laundry\, cooking\, and keeping a watchful eye on the children. The men tended the gardens\, growing foods such as corn\, peppers\, chickens\, and hogs\, that were shared within the community. No one went hungry—not even strangers passing through from the trains. There was always a welcoming smile and respect for another human being. Members socialized\, worked\, and often attended religious services together. Residents built tennis\, basketball courts\, and a baseball diamond where children could play. \nThe flood of 1951 destroyed La Yarda. Families that called the area home moved into homes on Pennsylvania\, New Jersey\, and New York streets. The local Mexican-American community has kept a close tie to its heritage through faith\, music\, dance\, and community. The community celebrates their heritage with the annual St. John’s Mexican Fiesta\, which began in 1981 and has continued to grow larger and more popular each year.
URL:https://flatks.org/event/la-yarda-public-art-celebration/
LOCATION:Lawrence Loop\, Lawrence\, KS\, United States
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SUMMARY:Cameron's Bluff Open House
DESCRIPTION:Come learn about an exciting new trail system that’s in the works!\nCameron’s Bluff Trails\n5:30–7:30 p.m.\nWed.\, November 19\nLawrence Public Library Auditorium \nBring your curiosity\, questions and comments. \nThere will be a short presentation at 5:45 p.m. and table displays so you can learn more about the project. Representatives will be available to take comments and answer questions. \nFor more info visit the Cameron’s Bluff project page
URL:https://flatks.org/event/camerons-bluff-open-house/
LOCATION:Lawrence Public Library\, 707 Vermont St.\, Lawrence\, KS\, 66044\, United States
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SUMMARY:Lawrence Loop Completion Feedback Session
DESCRIPTION:The Lawrence-Douglas County Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) is updating the Lawrence Bikes Plan with a focused effort on identifying alignments to close gaps in the Lawrence Loop Shared Use Path. Closing gaps in the loop has been a high priority identified by the public from the previous two engagement opportunities. This phase invites the public to share input on specific segments identified for consideration as part of closing Loop gaps. \nReview the identified Lawrence Loop alignment options for consideration and share your input with the Bike Plan Update Steering Committee. Are there concerns or considerations related to these alignments? Provide feedback by attending our open house or sharing comments online to help shape recommendations in the Lawrence Bikes Plan. \nGive Your Feedback
URL:https://flatks.org/event/3586/
LOCATION:Lawrence Public Library\, 707 Vermont St.\, Lawrence\, KS\, 66044\, United States
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SUMMARY:
DESCRIPTION:17TH ANNUAL WILD & SCENIC FILM FESTIVAL\nFRIDAY\, FEBRUARY 27\, 2026 at LIBERTY HALL\, LAWRENCE\, KS\nDoors open at 6:00 PM; Show starts at 7:00 PM\nTickets $20\nGET YOUR TICKETS AT www.universe.com/events/51LF0G\nBuy your raffle ticket and renew membership here!\nThe Wild & Scenic Film Festival was started by the watershed advocacy group\, the South Yuba River Citizens League (SYRCL)\, in 2003. Read more about the festival’s origins at  www.wildandscenicfilmfestival.org/about-the-festival.  Since then\, it has evolved into the largest environmental film festival in the nation. The annual event each January in Nevada City\, CA kicks off the nationwide tour to over 125 cities. We think the films are just too good\, and the messages too powerful to keep them to ourselves. Join us on February 27th and see for yourself! Watch the trailer for this year’s Wild & Scenic Film Festival!  \nAll proceeds from the Lawrence event will benefit Friends of the Kaw and our work for the Kansas River. \nMembers Kayak Raffle!  Enter to win a Perception Conduit 13 sit-in kayak – perfect for paddling the Kansas River! The winner will be announced at the film festival on February 27\, 2026. Raffle tickets are $10.00 and you must be a member to purchase. Not a member? Join or renew today and receive a $10.00 off coupon!  Learn more and get your raffle tickets HERE!
URL:https://flatks.org/event/3607/
LOCATION:Liberty Hall\, 644 Massachusetts St\, Lawrence\, KS\, 66044\, United States
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SUMMARY:FLAT Community Survey Public Engagement Events
DESCRIPTION:Drop by the Lawrence Public Library to talk with FLAT and take our FLAT Community Engagement Survey. We would love your input and insights. \nWe will be in the Lawrence Public Library lobby Friday\, April 17\, Saturday\, April 18 and Sunday April 19 from noon to 2:00 each day.
URL:https://flatks.org/event/flat-community-survey-public-engagement-events/
LOCATION:Lawrence Public Library\, 707 Vermont St.\, Lawrence\, KS\, 66044\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260424T170000
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SUMMARY:Trails That Connect Us
DESCRIPTION:! UPDATE !  Trails That Connect Us has been moved to Friday evening April 24th due to the threat of severe weather. \nThe Friday forecast appears fabulous\, Hope to see you then. \nThere will be food trucks\, music\, and Free State Beer. \nWith bike valet parking\, FREE SAMPLE SIZE BEER. \nLocal organizations including:\n– Baker Wetlands\n– Friends of Lawrence Area Trails\n– Kansas Trails Inc\n– Haskell Cultural Center\n– Prairie Park Nature Center\n– Lawrence Bike Club\n– WildDouglas County\n– KU Natural History Museum\n– Lawrence Arts Center\n– Friends of the Kaw\n– And dozens more! \nLook for a couple of surprise activities.
URL:https://flatks.org/event/trails-that-connect-us-26/
LOCATION:Free State Brewing Company Bottling Facility\, 1927 Moodie Road\, Lawrence\, KS\, 66046\, United States
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